Definitions from Wiktionary (receptacle)
▸ noun: A container.
▸ noun: (botany) The part of the flower stalk (peduncle or pedicel) to which the floral parts are attached; a thalamus, a torus.
▸ noun: A condensed rachis of a capitate or umbellate inflorescence at the end of the peduncle, to which all of the florets or pedicels are attached.
▸ noun: (phycology) A structure at the end of a branch of an alga containing conceptacles (reproductive organs).
▸ noun: (zoology) An organ that receives and holds a secretion.
▸ noun: (electricity, US) A contact device installed at an outlet for the connection of an attachment plug (typically by receiving the plug's prongs) to supply portable appliances or equipment.
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▸ noun: A container.
▸ noun: (botany) The part of the flower stalk (peduncle or pedicel) to which the floral parts are attached; a thalamus, a torus.
▸ noun: A condensed rachis of a capitate or umbellate inflorescence at the end of the peduncle, to which all of the florets or pedicels are attached.
▸ noun: (phycology) A structure at the end of a branch of an alga containing conceptacles (reproductive organs).
▸ noun: (zoology) An organ that receives and holds a secretion.
▸ noun: (electricity, US) A contact device installed at an outlet for the connection of an attachment plug (typically by receiving the plug's prongs) to supply portable appliances or equipment.
▸ Also see receptacle
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